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Jakarta: Series of explosions rocked at a military ammunitions warehouse in Indonesia, causing alarm on the outskirts of Jakarta. Jakarta city military chief Mohamad Hasan confirmed the incident during a televised press conference, stating that the explosions began around 6 pm at a depot storing expired ammunition within a military complex in West Java. Despite the severity of the explosions, there have been no immediate reports of casualties, and efforts are underway to manage the situation and ensure the safety of nearby residents.
Following the initial explosion, officials acted quickly to evacuate nearby residents to safe areas while firefighters contained the blaze at the storage facility. Chief Hassan emphasized the ongoing threat, noting that small explosions continued, preventing immediate access to the site. The Army’s priority is to ensure that there are no deaths and to secure the area to prevent further damage.
The cause of the explosions is under investigation, with particular attention to the storage conditions of the expired ammunition. The incident highlights the importance of stringent safety measures in ammunition depots, including barriers, proper storage protocols, and fire extinguishing equipment to mitigate risks.
The Indonesian military is coordinating with local authorities and emergency services to manage the aftermath of the explosions and secure the community. This incident prompts the need for re-evaluation of safety protocols in military storage facilities and regular inspections to prevent similar incidents in the future.
